Editorial

A new survey finds that individuals who undergo breast augmentation surgery or breast lift surgery enjoy benefits that go beyond an improved appearance and self-esteem.

Data collected by RealSelf.com, an online community for sharing and learning about cosmetic surgeries and treatments, revealed that 34 percent of those who had undergone these procedures reported an overall increase in satisfaction with their sex life.

In addition, 61 percent of those surveyed said that they had sex more frequently after their breast augmentation or breast lift surgery and 70 percent of respondents said their overall sex life satisfaction improved after undergoing one of these procedures.

"The poll results are not surprising," a Texas-based plastic surgeon said. "I see a transformation in what patients wear and how they carry themselves in the office after having a breast augmentation. In my personal observation, women definitely feel more confident after the procedure, and you can easily see how that improved confidence will lead to improvements in other areas of their lives."

RealSelf.com reports that the majority of women who undergo breast enhancement surgeries are satisfied with the outcome. According to hundreds of breast implant reviews and stories posted to the website, 7.5 out of 10 women who have had the surgery say it was "worth it." Slightly more (eight out of 10) women who have had breast lift surgery rate the procedure as "worth it."

Common reasons women choose to undergo this surgery include the perception of underdeveloped breasts, differences in the sizes of the breasts or changes after pregnancy or breast-feeding. The procedure, which is used to improve breast shape and size, can give a woman more proportional shape and may improve self-esteem.

The mission of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) includes medical education, public education
and patient advocacy. Plastic Surgery News Briefs are summaries of current stories found through various news and magazine
outlets that relate to or mention plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures. The views expressed in these news articles do not
necessarily reflect the opinions of ASAPS, but are merely published as an educational service to our members and the general
public. For additional information on these subjects and other plastic surgery related topics, please go to
www.surgery.org

September 17, 2013 - It seems to be almost cyclical - every few months, a brand new, game-changing anti-wrinkle cream is introduced to the market, only to face lawsuits due to suggestions that the "scientific" claims made on the side of the bottle are absolute bunk.